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Name	Hovawart	Russian Spaniel	Smooth Fox Terrier
Origins	Germany	Russia	England
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Group	Guard Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Hovie	Rosyjski Spaniel	Foxie Smooth Fox Terrier Fox Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed	Purebred

Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Large Giant	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Russian Spaniel? Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier weight comparison:	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	Male: 20–35 pounds (9–16 kg), Female:20–35 pounds (9–16 kg)	Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	55 - 90 pounds (25 - 51 kg)	Male: 20–35 lbs (9.1–15.9 kg), Female: 20–35 lbs (9.1–15.9 kg)	Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg)
Height Which is taller, Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier? Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier height comparison:	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 15–17.75 inches (38.1–45.1 cm), Female: 15–17.75 inches (38.1–45.1 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	23 - 28 inches (58 - 70 cm)	Male: 15–17.75 inches (38.1–45.1 cm), Female: 15–17.75 inches (38.1–45.1 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$1200-$1500	$700-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Average: The Hovawart is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Russian Spaniel is a commonly available dog breed.	Frequent: The Smooth Fox Terrier is easier than average to get.

Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier trainability comparison.	Hovawart dogs are easy to train. See more.	Russian Spaniel dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Hovawart dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Russian Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Hovawart dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Russian Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier? Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Devoted Outright Tempered Watchful Reserved	Friendly Affectionate Reliable Devoted Good-natured Amiable	Active Playful Alert Intelligent Affectionate Fearless
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Hovawart dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Russian Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	Average to High: Hovawart dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Russian Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier social needs comparison:	Hovawart dogs are a social breed. See more.	Russian Spaniel dogs are a social breed. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Hovawart dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Russian Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Hovawart dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Russian Spaniel dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier playfulness comparison:	Average: Hovawarts, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Russian Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Smooth Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	Low to Average: The Hovawart rarely barks. See more.	Average: The Russian Spaniel barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Hovawart breed.	Apartment-friendly dog the Russian Spaniel breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Smooth Fox Terrier indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Hovawart dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Russian Spaniel dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Hovawart dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Russian Spaniel dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Hovawart bite force: The Strongest.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Russian Spaniel bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Smooth Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Hovawart has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Russian Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier mouthiness comparison:	Hovawart dogs have a low tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Russian Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	The Hovawart is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Russian Spaniels tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Smooth Fox Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Underactive Thyroid	No data available	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Distichiasis Lens Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Hovawart should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Russian Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Smooth Fox Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Hovawart, Russian Spaniel and Smooth Fox Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Hovawart: 12 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Russian Spaniel: 15 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Smooth Fox Terrier: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Russian Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier? Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier energy level comparison:	Hovawart dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Russian Spaniel dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Hovawart dogs have an average exercise need.	Russian Spaniel dogs have an average exercise need.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Hovawart dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Russian Spaniel dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier?	3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Hovawart has an average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Russian Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Smooth Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier coat comparison:	Silky	Feathered Silky Wavy Tight	Smooth Double
Colors What are the original Hovawart, Russian Spaniel and Smooth Fox Terrier color?	Black Blonde Golden	Black Red White Brown Tricolor	Black Red White Brown Black & Tan
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier? Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Hovawart doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Russian Spaniel doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Smooth Fox Terrier doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier? Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or {name3 shedding:	Hovawart dogs shed moderately. See more.	Russian Spaniel dogs shed moderately. See more.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier?	2-3 weeks Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	Medium ⏺ The Hovawart has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Russian Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Smooth Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Hovawart is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.	The Russian Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Smooth Fox Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Hovawart dogs are generally with other pets.	Russian Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?	Hovawart dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Russian Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Hovawart dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Russian Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Hovawart dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Russian Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier?	Hovawart dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Russian Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	Yes Hovawart dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Russian Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Smooth Fox Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Hovawart is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Russian Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Smooth Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Hovawarts are usually recommended for elderly people.	Russian Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.	Smooth Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Hovawart or Russian Spaniel or Smooth Fox Terrier? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier?	Not really Hovawart breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Russian Spaniel breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Smooth Fox Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Hovawart and Russian Spaniel and Smooth Fox Terrier have?	6-8 puppies	4-6 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Hovawart vs Russian Spaniel vs Smooth Fox Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers

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